2 Kings 11:2 and 2 Chronicles 22:11 both describe how Jehosheba, the sister of King Ahaziah, saved Joash from being killed by Athaliah, highlighting God's providential preservation of the Davidic line.
Thematic focusPreservation of the Davidic Line, God's Providence.
2 Kings 11:17 describes the covenant renewal between the Lord, the king, and the people, reminiscent of the covenant ratification in Exodus 24:7-8, emphasizing the importance of covenant faithfulness.
Thematic focusCovenant Renewal, Faithfulness to God.
2 Kings 11:18 describes the destruction of the temple of Baal, similar to Elijah's actions against the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:40, highlighting the theme of purging idolatry from Israel.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Purification, Zeal for the Lord.
2 Kings 11:20 describes the rejoicing of the people and the peace in the land after Joash's coronation, similar to the unity and joy at David's anointing in 2 Samuel 5:3.